UFO Information - 1976 No 03

Magazine Overview

This issue of UFO-Information, NR 3, ÅRGÅNG 8, from 1976, is published by Centralgruppen för Riksorganisationen UFO-SVERIGE and features a cover story on the Vallentuna case and mysterious ice phenomena. The magazine is dedicated to current UFO events and increasing knowledge about UFOs, serving as the official organ for UFO-Sverige.

Key Articles and Features

The Vallentuna Case: Abduction and Encounters

The cover story details the controversial Vallentuna case, where a man claims to have been abducted by a UFO and encountered four semi-transparent beings in ancient-looking clothing. The article highlights the difficulties UFO-Sverige faced in investigating this case due to alleged obstruction from a Stockholm group called URD and financial constraints. It also mentions other UFO sightings in the Vallentuna region, including luminous objects and a large, unidentified craft.

Mysterious Ice Phenomena

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to unexplained ice formations, particularly circular and square holes appearing on frozen lakes in Sweden and Norway. The article "Nytt ismysterium vid Gyttorp!" (New Ice Mystery at Gyttorp!) describes a 20-meter circular hole with three rectangular flaps found on Lake Vikern, Sweden. It notes that military instances have investigated such cases, often classifying them. The article also reports on a similar phenomenon at Lake Glåma in Norway, a 90x90 cm square hole with smaller rectangular indentations.

Further exploration of ice phenomena includes the "Grodmän gick ned" (Frogmen Went Down) section, detailing an investigation of the Gyttorp hole by UFO-Sverige members and frogmen, who found no natural explanation. The article "Liknande i Norge" (Similar in Norway) compares the Gyttorp case to the Glåma incident.

Historical Ice Vakes and Investigations

Page 5 and 6 delve into more historical ice-related incidents. "En rad liknande fall" (A Series of Similar Cases) lists over twenty unexplained ice holes reported over 36 years. The article mentions the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOA) and the former Minister of Defence, Sven Andersson, who acknowledged the existence of secret archives that could be opened for serious research. Specific cases include those at Svartacksen, Fjällsjön, Sälgsjön, Handbergstjärnen, and Roxen, all characterized by unusual ice formations and sometimes associated with strange substances.

Pages 6 and 7 continue this theme with "Nytt ismysterium vid Gyttorp!" revisited, focusing on the Hedefjorden and Upprämen cases from 1968. The Hedefjorden incident involved a glowing sphere and a subsequent large ice crater. The Upprämen case featured an even larger ice hole (500 square meters), with military investigations and subsequent secrecy. The article discusses the official FOA explanation of "ground gases" causing explosions, which is presented as a "grumliga" (murky) explanation.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

Page 8, "Diskus överraskade fiskare" (Disk Surprised Fishermen), recounts an encounter by Rickard Jansson in Åland in 1969, where he witnessed a disk-shaped object that moved silently and at high speed. The article also touches upon the scientific perspective, referencing experiments by FOA on ice blasting and the challenges of explaining such phenomena.

Page 9, "Vallentunabo 'testad' av UFO-besättning" (Vallentuna Resident 'Tested' by UFO Crew), elaborates on the Vallentuna case, detailing observations of luminous objects and the main abduction event. It also mentions other UFO sightings in the region.

Page 10 continues the Vallentuna narrative, including witness accounts of multiple objects and a police report. It details the abduction of a 41-year-old man who was taken into a craft and examined by beings, resulting in a wound and burns.

Other Content

• "Nytt ismysterium vid Gyttorp!": This recurring section on pages 4 and 6 explores the ice phenomena in detail, including witness testimonies and investigative efforts.
• "UFO-information för synskadade": A section on page 2 announces that the magazine is now available on cassette tapes for visually impaired readers.
• "ABC = Boken för människans utveckling": A review of a book by Jan Sandell, discussing its content on societal development and future concepts.
• Letters to the Editor: The magazine encourages contributions from readers.
• Editorial Stance: The magazine positions itself as a platform for reporting and investigating UFO phenomena, often highlighting discrepancies between official explanations and witness accounts, and criticizing perceived secrecy.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs), mysterious physical traces (ice holes, craters), and alleged government secrecy surrounding these events. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, aiming to bring attention to these phenomena and challenge official narratives. The magazine emphasizes the importance of reader contributions and independent investigation, often implying that official explanations are insufficient or deliberately misleading. There is a strong focus on presenting witness testimonies and investigative findings, even when they point towards extraordinary explanations.

This issue of UFO-Information, dated February 5, 1976, focuses on UFO sightings and related topics, with a prominent cover story detailing an encounter on Alnö, Sweden. The magazine also includes articles on Venus, UFO research activities in Sweden, and specific sighting reports from various locations.

UFO studerar Alnön's morgontrafik

The lead article recounts an unusual event on February 5, 1976, when Birgitta Wikström and her 12-year-old daughter witnessed what they believed to be UFOs while driving to school on Alnö. At approximately 07:35, they observed a large, metallic object, described as 'hanging like a drop' and remaining stationary. The object was oval yet round, with large circular areas that did not emit light, but appeared as windows. Inside, lights were on, and it seemed to have a ramp with strong spotlights. The object was further described as having riveted metal struts following its form upwards. They observed two such objects; one, which appeared to be standing on its edge, and another seen by the daughter, which was described as in figure 2. The objects were estimated to be 30-40 meters in diameter and at an altitude of 150-200 meters. After about 15 minutes, the lights dimmed, and the objects disappeared rapidly upwards. The experience left Mrs. Wikström feeling unreal and shocked, unable to identify the objects as planes or helicopters. No disturbances to the car or electrical systems were reported, nor was any sound heard.

Venus är inte jordens spegelbild

This section discusses the findings from the Soviet Venera 9 and 10 space probes, which landed on Venus in October 1975. Contrary to earlier beliefs of Venus being Earth's twin, the probes revealed a harsh environment. The surface is covered with angular, non-eroded stones, free from dust, which surprised scientists. The atmosphere creates a pressure 90-92 times that of Earth's and a temperature of 465 degrees Celsius. The article contrasts the popular notion of Venus as a 'second Earth' with the scientific reality, noting that while Venus is similar in size and mass to Earth and formed in the same region of the solar system, its conditions are extremely hostile to life as we know it. The probes' data suggests Venus is in a cooling phase rather than a dying, overheated planet. It also mentions that Venus's atmosphere is 97% carbon dioxide and only 0.1% water. Future missions by both Soviet and American space agencies are mentioned.

UFO-Sveriges riksstämma i Örebro

This article reports on the UFO-Sweden national meeting held in Örebro on March 20th, which attracted nearly 400 attendees and received media coverage. The internal proceedings involved 90 participants representing local UFO-Sweden groups. Jaan Noor presented the 1975 activity report, and the Köping UFO association was elected as the new central group. The meeting also decided that Lagmansberga Brunnsgård near Skänninge would serve as the national organization's office, printing house, and editorial office for the magazine 'UFO-Information'. Carl-Axel Jonzon was appointed as the editor-in-chief. The new central group, led by Thorvald Berthelsen, will focus on public outreach and media contact. The article notes a significant increase in membership, from 600 in March 1975 to 1,200 in March of the current year, attributing this growth to public support and the work of local groups and field researchers.

Several speakers addressed the attendees. Carl-Axel Jonzon highlighted the organization's rapid growth. Thorvald Berthelsen spoke about UFO-Sweden's work in following up and documenting UFO phenomena, supported by a new film. Over-engineer Henry Svensson presented on 'condemned facts,' discussing the credibility of UFO witnesses. Editor Anders Palm provided a tour of the solar system using slides and discussed the upcoming Viking mission to Mars. The article also mentions that UFO studies are being offered at a university level in Sweden.

Informations-evenemang och utåtriktad verksamhet

This section details UFO-Sweden's public information activities. The second phase of information evenings, held from February 3rd to March 23rd, attracted 1,181 people and took place in 12 locations across the country. These events, often featuring a new film, are described as having gained public status and are sometimes considered cultural events by municipalities. The article notes that these events often lead interested individuals to form study circles, with support from organizations like Studiefrämjandet and Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan. The financial support from individual members through the UFO-Sweden Support Fund is acknowledged.

Redaktör Jan Fjellander is mentioned as a speaker who discussed parapsychological research and psychobiophysics. The issue also covers the Q&A panel at the 1976 national meeting, which included Jan Fjellander, Carl-Axel Jonzon, Henry Svensson, Thorvald Berthelsen, and Anders Palm. Owe E. Lewitzki joined the panel to discuss the UFO landing at Nitro Nobel. The 1977 national meeting is announced to be held in Malmö on March 19th.

UFO-Sveriges informationsevenemang

This part of the magazine appeals for more volunteers and groups to host information evenings. It outlines the need for financial support for these events, which are largely run on a voluntary basis. The article mentions upcoming plans for a major information event in Stockholm on October 16th, which may require an entrance fee due to significant costs for venue and advertising.

Övrig utåtriktad verksamhet

UFO-Sweden's film is shown internally across the country in schools and youth centers, and also used in presentations for organizations like Rotary and Round Table. Over 10,000 people have seen their information program since November 10, 1975. The organization is working on translating foreign UFO literature and producing a TV program. They emphasize the importance of voluntary cooperation from members.

Ung fransman mötte humanoider två gånger

This article details a remarkable encounter experienced by a 31-year-old Frenchman on January 27, 1972, near Warneton, Belgium. While driving, his car's headlights and engine suddenly failed. He then observed a hovering, disc-shaped object on three legs, followed by two humanoid figures emerging from the vicinity. The figures were described in detail: one resembling the Michelin Man, and the other, taller, wearing a cylindrical helmet with a transparent visor revealing a pale face. They wore matte, metallic grey suits and had long arms. The encounter involved a perceived 'jolt' to the head and a low sound. The UFO, described as cigar-shaped, later ascended rapidly. The driver's car radio was also damaged by the event. The article notes that the man initially kept silent for fear of ridicule. A second, similar encounter occurred on June 6, 1972, at the same location and time, again involving car malfunctions and the appearance of the two figures, who then vanished instantly.

Astronom bekräftar argentinska UFO-observationer

This section addresses the common claim that astronomers have never observed or photographed UFOs. It presents a letter from S. Reyna, chief of the Adhara Observatory in Argentina, who asserts that astronomers do observe UFOs. Reyna states that his observatory has followed and photographed UFO trajectories, and analyzed objects left on the ground. He notes that the Southern Hemisphere is a favored region for these phenomena due to physical and idiomatic reasons, particularly the South Pole's positive charge and the Van Allen belts. Reyna claims that irrefutable evidence exists for UFOs, citing frequent appearances in Argentina, including observations from 52 sites and even conversations with people on the ground. Chemical analysis of debris revealed a composition of 86.5% phosphorus, along with sulfur, manganese, and clay, which was deemed extraordinary and non-terrestrial. He also mentions instances of UFOs taking objects, including a car left in Mexico, and animals. Reyna states that UFOs have generally behaved amicably, though their apparatus's radiation can be harmful up to 600 meters. He has observed formations of up to 15 UFOs maneuvering harmoniously, mostly at night but sometimes during the day. He holds monthly meetings to discuss various aspects of UFOs based on witness testimonies, which are thoroughly examined.

Cigarrformat föremål passerade två år i följd

This article details two sightings of a cigar-shaped object by Sten-Olof Andersson in Odensåker, Sweden. On March 2, 1976, he observed a large, silent, cigar-shaped object with six luminous, oval windows flying at tree-top height. The object had no visible propellers or wings and emitted no sound. It was described as more tapered at the rear and pointed at the front. The object passed in front of the TV mast near Skövde and disappeared behind a forest. The sighting lasted about four to five minutes. Andersson reported a similar sighting on March 11, 1975, with Bo Eliasson and Gunnar Larsson, where they attempted to pursue the object, but it evaded them.

UFO-iakttagelser över Örebro år 1928

This piece features an account from Bertil Andersson of Örebro, who reports two UFO sightings. The first, occurring in 1928, involved two objects resembling old-fashioned music boxes flying in a rounded path over Örebro. They changed color from light yellow-green to reddish-purple and disappeared. Andersson speculates they were not jet planes or helicopters, given the era. The second sighting, about ten years prior to the article's publication (around 1962), involved a can-shaped, fiery object seen near his summer cottage by Lake Väringen. This object flew low into a forest, and shortly after, a large tree was found broken, with large pieces scattered, suggesting a recent impact. Andersson notes that the area had not experienced storms or lightning.

Är UFOn intresserade av militära aktiviteter?

This short section poses the question of UFO interest in military activities, citing several well-documented reports. It briefly mentions a case from Värmland in November 1974, where a fifty-meter-long UFO circled over 150 men during a military maneuver, emitting a faint hum. A major from the Gothenburg area is quoted as personally knowing of three instances where people were taken aboard similar craft.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents UFO phenomena as a serious subject worthy of investigation, often highlighting witness testimony and scientific inquiry. There's a clear stance against dismissing UFO reports, particularly those from credible witnesses or supported by physical evidence or astronomical observation. The publication aims to inform the public and foster a rational debate, encouraging participation and support for UFO research organizations like UFO-Sweden. The articles often emphasize the need for more data and open discussion, while debunking simplistic explanations or dismissive attitudes. The recurring theme is the persistent presence of unexplained aerial phenomena and the ongoing efforts to understand them through systematic reporting and analysis.

This issue of a Swedish magazine, dated February 9, 1976, focuses heavily on the topic of UFOs and extraterrestrial life, featuring articles that blend scientific speculation with eyewitness accounts.

Article: Scientist Claims UFOs Exist

The lead article presents the views of Stanton T. Friedman, a respected nuclear physicist, who is convinced that UFOs are real and that beings from other planetary systems visit Earth. Friedman has dedicated the past year solely to UFO research. He shares his findings, including a report from a woman in New York who, with her daughter, observed seven beings for two hours repairing a landed spaceship, with another ship seemingly offering assistance. Friedman estimates that 2,000 probable UFO sightings have been reported, with one-third involving the observation of beings he calls 'critters,' described as similar to humans with two arms, two legs, and a head and body like ours, but significantly different.

Friedman has never seen a UFO himself but believes he has identified landing sites, characterized by a ring in the ground (3 to 15 meters in diameter) where vegetation is flattened, the soil is dry, and nothing grows. In some cases, soil color and structure changes have been noted up to 35 centimeters deep. He has compiled a list of over 800 probable landing sites, including one in Canada where he believes at least five spacecraft landed without any discernible tracks. Friedman suggests that governments are withholding this information due to concerns about technological replication, national security, and the potential societal shift towards global unity rather than nationalism.

He speculates that these visitors originate from a planet in our own galaxy, not too distant. Friedman finds no good arguments against the existence of UFOs, stating that interstellar travel is possible within 50 years using current knowledge without violating physical laws.

Article: Landed Craft Enveloped in Sparks

This section recounts a reader's report from CANADIAN UFO REPORT about an event in February 1970 near Glacier Park, Montana. The eyewitness, along with two friends, observed a landed craft on a snowy field. The object was described as long, with a dome and a surrounding platform. Sparks flew from the craft, hitting the riverbank and then rising into the air. The eyewitnesses saw two men, approximately 175 cm tall, dressed in what looked like snowsuits but with bare heads, working on the platform. The light from the sparks resembled welding sparks. The observation lasted about half an hour before the object and the light disappeared, leaving the area completely dark.

The men were described as looking like humans and moved like anyone else. The platform around the dome was about two meters wide. The sparks were primarily yellow-white and blue-white, some appearing like a welding torch. They flew above the dome, over the river, and hit the bank on the other side before falling back into the water with a sizzling sound.

The craft itself was estimated to be about 7-8 meters wide and around 20 meters in circumference. The report was submitted by Mrs. Leona Nielson.

Article: Nuclear War Destroyed Ancient Planet

This article presents new evidence from Soviet scientists regarding a planet called Faeton, which allegedly orbited the sun before being destroyed by a thermonuclear explosion caused by an advanced humanoid race. Scientists analyzed glass-like particles called tektites, found in the Kara-Korum desert, which they believe shed light on the mystery of Faeton, a former sister planet to Earth.

• Key theories proposed by the Soviet scientists include:
• A nuclear war annihilated all inhabitants of Faeton, with only those in space at the time possibly surviving.
• The survivors landed on Earth, potentially inspiring legends of gods arriving in fiery chariots.
• The asteroid belt, orbiting the sun between Mars and Jupiter, is likely the remnants of the destroyed planet.

Professor Evgeni Krinov, head of the Soviet Committee for Meteorites, stated that tektites come from the asteroid belt, and a theory suggests it follows the orbit Faeton once occupied. He believes the planet was destroyed by a surface thermonuclear explosion, leaving the asteroid belt as its remains.

Professor Felix Zigel of the Moscow Aviation Institute asserts that the explosion must have been thermonuclear due to the intense heat required to form tektites, which are metal alloys fused into glass-like spheres. He suggests a war between civilizations on Faeton caused this catastrophe. Notably, no tektites had previously been found in the Soviet Union, but their recent discovery suggests they fell in an arc from Australia and the Philippines through the Soviet Union to Czechoslovakia, indicating a single, massive explosion.

Professor Alexander Kazantsev from Moscow University stated that Faeton's destruction was total, but due to their advanced knowledge of thermonuclear energy, its inhabitants were likely advanced spacefarers who might have had astronauts in space at the time of the explosion.

Alexander Kazantsev also noted that these astronauts had no home to return to and went to Earth, potentially explaining ancient legends of gods arriving in fiery chariots. The article mentions Erich von Däniken's claims of finding traces of extraterrestrial visits on Earth. Faeton was named in the 1950s after a Greek god who reportedly crashed and perished in a fiery chariot.

Dr. John O'Keefe, a geophysicist and expert on tektites, finds the theory of Faeton's explosion forming the asteroid belt reasonable and agrees that thermonuclear explosions require 'intelligent thinking' rather than being accidental.

Article: Antimatter: Facts and Theories

This article delves into the concept of antimatter. It explains that our world is composed of atoms with positive nuclei and negative electrons. Antimatter, or anti-atoms, have a negatively charged nucleus (antiproton) and a positively charged 'electron' (positron) orbiting it. The composition and properties of anti-atoms are largely unknown, but it's suggested that an anti-world would be vastly different from ours, obeying different natural laws and composed of different materials. Life on such a planet would have entirely different prerequisites.

Article: Are Old Stars the Beginning of New Ones?

This section discusses stellar evolution. It posits that hydrogen is the fuel for new stars, and its creation requires low density. The expansion of matter in space, including our galaxy, is constant. Without renewal, expansion would lead to a void. Gas clouds in space condense to form stars, which have a finite lifespan as their hydrogen supply diminishes. The final stage of a star's life is often a supernova explosion, scattering lighter materials and most of the star's mass into space. A dense core, a neutron star, remains. The ejected material eventually forms small spheres, which over millions of years can be captured by a star to become a planet.

Supernova explosions release immense amounts of energy in various forms (radio, infrared, visible light, high-frequency radiation). Radio galaxies and quasars also emit cosmic radiation. This energy permeates empty space, and collisions between energy particles and other particles or force fields create new hydrogen atoms. This process represents a renewal, where a star's energy transforms into new matter, closing a cycle. Space is thus constantly renewed through an interaction between energy and matter, existing endlessly in space and time.

Advertisement: New and Better Slide Show for Presentations

An advertisement for a new, improved slide show about UFOs, available for rent from Köpings UFO-Förening. It is recommended for clubs and schools.

Book Promotion: Sven Magnusson's UFO Book

Several testimonials praise Sven Magnusson's book, "Flygande Tefat"... Vad säger vetenskapen? (Flying Saucers... What Does Science Say?). Critics describe it as a good compilation of articles, a well-chosen presentation of different aspects of the UFO phenomenon, and a balanced, non-propagating account.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon from various angles, including scientific theories, eyewitness accounts, and historical interpretations. There's a clear interest in presenting evidence and theories that support the existence of extraterrestrial life and advanced civilizations, both past and present. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and investigative, encouraging readers to consider the possibilities presented by scientific speculation and personal testimonies, while also acknowledging the need for critical evaluation, as seen in the book reviews.